Jacksonville's Premier LASIK Provider

Have you been thinking about all the things in your life that would be more convenient or more comfortable if you didn't have to depend on eyeglasses or contact lenses to do them?

LASIK is the most frequently performed laser vision correction. LASIK can treat both nearsightedness and farsightedness with or without astigmatism. The excimer laser treatment is applied beneath a thin corneal flap, allowing for quicker healing and a faster return to normal activities.

The surgeons at Clay Eye are Board Certified Ophthalmologists that can help you achieve your personal best vision. Prior to undergoing LASIK eye surgery, it is important for you to be qualified as a potential LASIK candidate. Please feel free to take our LASIK self-evaluation test or read our section regarding LASIK candidacy.

As part of our comprehensive vision correction services, we also offer cosmetic procedures that help to complete our patients' overall goal of rejuvenation.
 
As ophthalmologists, the physicians at Clay Eye understand the delicate tissue surrounding the eyes, and the underlying muscle structure. This gives them special insight into the consideration of cosmetic procedures including BOTOX Cosmetic injections, LATISSE for eyelash enhancement, and Blepharoplasty. Our surgeons perform a full range of eyelid surgery including eyelifts for drooping upper eyelids (blepharoplasty) and cosmetic blepharoplasty for baggy lower eyelids. Medicare and other insurances usually will cover surgery that is necessary to improve vision or to treat a medical condition.

Please click on a procedure below to learn more about each one.

Children are not born with vision, but with visual potential. Visual development takes place during the first several years of life. Just like learning a language, children are also learning to see the world around them. Ophthalmic problems or even routine refractive errors (the need for glasses) can interfere with a child's visual development. It is estimated that about 80% of a child's learning is visually based. Good vision is not only necessary for a child to learn to read and advance academically, but also for appropriate social development, behavior, self-esteem, and coordination. Since younger children cannot express or verbalize their vision, and older children may not be aware enough to understand they have a visual problem; it is important to have any concerns evaluated. Pediatric eye evaluations and treatment differ greatly from the typical eye problems of adults. It is important that children be seen by a pediatric physician, someone with special skills and knowledge in pediatric eye care.

Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness in the United States and individuals with a family history of glaucoma are particularly at risk.

There are almost two and a half million people that have glaucoma. Most of the people living with glaucoma do not realize that they have this eye disease because they feel no pain. This is precisely the reason that glaucoma is often called the sneak-thief of sight. This terrible eye disease will literally steal your vision without you even knowing it. This is another reason why you will frequently hear ophthalmologists tell the aging population that regular eye exams are very important.

Our doctors offer many treatment options for glaucoma that can include the use of medicated eye drops, laser therapy or glaucoma surgery with the goal of preserving the best vision with the least risk to our patients.

Macular Degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss for those aged 55 and older, affecting more than 10 million Americans. The macula, is responsible for central vision in the eye, allowing the ability to read, drive a car, recognize faces or colors, and fine detail. Our board certified, fellowship trained retina specialist can discuss the various treatment options to help improve your vision.

Diabetic Eye Disease is the leading cause of blindness in people age 45-60 years old. Many of these effects can be prevented and successfully treated if caught early enough.

The cornea is a clear tissue on the front part of the eye. In order for the brain to interpret vision, light must pass through the cornea and meet the retina. If the cornea is damaged, a corneal transplant may improve your vision.

Clay Eye Physicians & Surgeons is dedicated to providing each patient with quality care, professionalism, and personalized care to help you with all of your cornea needs. Please visit our Cornea Center pages for more information:

We invite you and your family to have our friendly and experienced staff of licensed opticians and certified optical associates help you select eyewear that is fashionable, affordable and comfortable to wear. Our team is trained in all aspects of frame and lens choices, including the latest in breakthrough technology. We are committed to providing the best quality eyewear and customer service available. Stop in to see us, no appointment necessary.